Associated Equipment 8600-KSA - Manual (Page 5)

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f) Hold the Starter Test Switch; the Starter should engage and spin up. Observe the meter reading. Check the no-load
current draw against the published starter specifications. Do not over rev the Starter. Limit the test to 2 seconds to
allow time for the meter to stabilize and indicate the condition of the Starter. The meter should initially read low and
then ramp up to the current indicated in the specifications.
g) If the LOW VOLTAGE LED turns on and an audible alarm is detected, the starter is either shorted or the power line
voltage to the test bench is too low to perform a valid test. Should you suspect low supply voltage, have it checked by
a qualified electrician. Use of an extension cord may also cause the supply voltage to the test bench to be too low.
TYPICAL TEST SPECIFICATIONS:
ALTERNATORS:
Output Voltage:
12 Volt Alternators 13.8 to 15.5 Volts
24 Volt Alternators 26.5 to 30.0 Volts
Tester LED's: DIODE
Off
TRIO Off
ALT
OFF or on low
STATOR* May Be ON
*Only if Yellow Clip or DN Plug
Connected
Note: For some alternators, the TRIO or the ALT. LED
may light when the alternator is connected, but not
rotating.
OTHER ALTERNATOR SPECIFICATIONS:
For other Alternator specifications, refer to the OEM or
rebuilder's published specifications.
STARTERS:
DELCO Passenger with Solenoid:
5 MT
70 to 100 Amps.
10 MT 100 to 125 Amps.
DELCO Passenger w/o Solenoid: 7 to 100 Amps.
Ford with Solenoid: 100 to 125 Amps.
Ford without Solenoid: 60 to 90 Amps.
Chrysler Gear Reduction: 70 to 125 Amps.
Solenoids With Ignition Terminal (R): Ignition LED
should be on.
Other Starter Specifications: For other starter
specifications, refer to the OEM or rebuilder's published
specifications.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY MAINTENANCE BEFORE UNPLUGGING THE LINE PLUG
FROM THE POWER RECEPTACLE!
a) Extreme care should be taken not break any components or wire leads when doing any maintenance to the unit.
b) Test leads can be cleaned and kept in a like new condition by cleaning them with petroleum jelly.
c) The Test Bench has been designed for a long life of trouble free service and requires only the minimum amount of
maintenance to assure many years of dependable service. Good housekeeping techniques will insure dependability.
The meter lens can be cleaned with a damp, clean rag utilizing a mild dish washing detergent/water solution. The
case can be cleaned with a furniture grade spray wax.
d) The motor should be lubricated once a year with a few drops of light oil. Some testers may be supplied with sealed
“OILITE” bushings and in this case, no lubrication is required.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE, PROCEED WITH THE FOLLOWING TESTS. This tester is designed so that many
functional tests may be made without the need for additional test equipment. If a portion of the tester appears to
malfunction, proceed according to the following chart. For purposes of this guide, the Bench Tester may be divided into
two sections:
POWER PANEL SECTION - The left hand portion above the belt guard containing the On/Off Switches, etc.
METER PANEL SECTION - The larger right hand portion containing the meter, A/B switch, etc.
WARNING: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE UNIT BE DISASSEMBLED WITH THE UNIT PLUGGED
INTO THE WALL RECEPTACLE.